Phillies pitcher J.A. Happ was the only player mentioned on all 32 ballots in the rookie of the year voting. He finished second to the Marlins' Chris Coghlan.

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SCOTT LAUBER
For the Courier-Post

Pitcher J.A. Happ dealt with the disappointment of starting the season in the Phillies' bullpen. He handled midseason rumors that he'd be traded for Roy Halladay or lose his spot in the rotation to Pedro Martinez. He even overcame a strained side muscle in September.

Through it all, he was one of the top pitchers on the National League's best team.

But it wasn't enough to warrant being named the National League Rookie of the Year. The award, given by the Baseball Writers Association of America and announced Monday, went to Florida Marlins left fielder Chris Coghlan. Happ came in second in voting ...